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I don’t even need to look at the clock. I can tell when it’s 2:00 in the afternoon because it’s like all of the energy drains out of my body and I desperately want a nap. Since that’s not practical, I have to find something else to get me over that afternoon slump.
There are many benefits to yoga, including releasing stress and getting your energy up. I’ll share 5 yoga poses to get you over the afternoon slump, easy poses where most could be done in whatever you happen to be wearing. These are for all levels, so you don’t have to be super flexible to do these(I’m not- as you’ll see). If you have any health concerns or injuries, speak with your doctor before attempting something new like this. You can do all of these or pick and choose one or two, whatever you have time for.
Mountain Pose
It might look like you’re just standing, but it’s standing with purpose. Stand so your weight is evenly distributed on your feet. Tuck your tailbone, stand tall, with shoulders down and back. Your chin should be parallel to the floor. Rotate your arms so your palms are facing forward. Breathe in and out through your nose, holding pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Even just getting up on your feet can help you get rid of some of that slump.
Tree Pose
Shift your weight into your left foot and find a focal point to concentrate on(something that isn’t moving on the ground helps). Settle the bottom of your right foot down at your ankle, your calf, or your thigh (not the knee). If you’re balancing easily, you can raise your arms. For more of a challenge, lift your gaze as well. Repeat on your other side.
Chair Pose
Stand tall, with your weight evenly distributed on your feet. Bend your knees, sitting back, trying to get your thighs as parallel to the floor as you can, keeping your chest lifted. You can keep your hands at heart’s center, raise them out in front of you, or lift them overhead, depending on how much of a challenge you want. Hold pose for 30-60 seconds, continuing to breathe in and out of your nose.
Camel Pose
Kneel with your knees hip-distance apart, pressing your shins and feet into the floor. Rest your hands on the small of your back for support and lean back, dropping your head back if it’s comfortable or keeping it up if it’s not. If you easily go back, you can release the small of your back and take hold of your heels. That is not something my body does easily, so I keep my hands on my back, still getting the benefits from this gentle backbend.
Legs Up the Wall
Start sitting next to a wall, with your hip as close to the wall as you can get it. Swing your legs up the wall, walking them up if need be, and lie back. Relax your arms out to the side or rest them on your legs or stomach, whatever is most comfortable for you.
These yoga poses, even if I don’t do them all in one afternoon, do help me get over that afternoon slump. Though, if I need another pick-me-up, I can reach into the fridge for a Gold Peak® Tea Latte or Gold Peak Coffee. My favorite is the Gold Peak Vanilla Chai Tea Latte. It and Gold Peak Chai Tea Latte are both made with real sugar and real tea. If you tend to go for coffee instead, try Gold Peak Salted Caramel Coffee Drink or Gold Peak Almond Toffee Coffee Drink. These drinks are made with 100% Arabica beans, real cream and real sugar. They’re convenient, ready-to-drink, saving you from having to make a stop at a coffee shop since you can pick them up at Walmart (and maybe pick up a yoga mat, too!).
Thank you for this. I have always loved taking yoga classes but I never make the time to do it. Simple poses like this can be so beneficial and I never think to do them when working from home. I’m going to try it out! {client}
I love these! I have a tendency to get down and on the sluggish side. I think these could really help me beat the slump and get the blood pumping.
I have never done yoga before. It sounds like something I’d like though.
As an insomniac I will take sleep where I can get it, so if I can sneak in a nap I totally would! But in the absence of a nap or a snack, then I might try Yoga! 🙂
I know all about that 2PM swoon. After racing through the morning you get that sleepy time after lunch. I will keep yoga in mind. I need a beginners pose pamphlet like this. Chai tea is my favorite and I did not know you could get it in the bottle.
Great poses! I have been wanting to get into yoga but I worry I’m not flexible enough! I have hip dysplasia in my left hip and stretching should do it some good! My key to powering through an afternoon slump is taking a quick walk. Even 10-15 minutes out of my desk chair wakes me up!
I usually drink coffee to beat the mid-afternoon slump. I will have to try these yoga poses.
It’s really awesome to have something to do during the afternoon that will keep you energized after! I think yoga is always perfect for that! These are helpful!
This is why I love yoga! I think it’s one of the best exercises to keep your body energized and active and your mind alert as well. I could really use these poses to beat the afternoon slump!
I love the tree pose. Standing on one leg really gets the blood moving and brain thinking.
Afternoon slumps are seriously the worst. These look and sound like they would give me the boost I need.
I’m productive during the morning but during the afternoon… not so much! I think this is awesome. It’s really nice to do yoga to keep your mind and body active especially during the dead hours of the afternoon.
I tend to feel the slump around 2 every day as well. I should try a few of these poses to see if it helps re-energize me. And of course, Gold Peak Tea is a great go to for hydration as well!
I so need to incorporate this in my daily routine! Yoga is perfect for an afternoon stretch especially if you work from home!
I keep hearing about how helpful yoga is. I need to try these poses one afternoon.
Great tips!! Love these poses, great for reenergizing.
These definitely sound doable for a beginner like me. I do fall into those afternoon slumps from time to time! I’m liking those chai flavors!
I always thought yoga is difficult, but how you do it doesn’t seem such a struggle. I’d have to try this one afternoon and see if I can keep it on a regular basis.
I justtried that coffee. Its good! Thanks for the yoga tips for slump in the afternoon.
The tree pose is one of my favorites! I miss hot yoga so much.
I think doing yoga is a great option to give you some afternoon energy. I am trying to get more into yoga I want to be more flexible I am a super novice!
That chunk of time in between getting home from work and dinnertime is tough! Need to incorporate these poses into my afternoon routine.
I wish I was better at yoga. Seems like a really relaxing thing to do. I need to take a yoga class.
I’ve been considering starting yoga, but I will admit, it’s a little intimidating for me. Thanks for these poses so I can give it a try!
Never really tried yoga before, but when my lower back starts to hurt and my feet swell, I do that legs up on the wall thing. It does help!